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Eligibility of recovered COVID patients in quarantine in local elections to be discussed

13 Sept 08:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Election Commission (EC) will meet with the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) to clarify the eligibility of recovered COVID-19 patients in quarantine for Tambon Administration Organization (TAO) elections.
Despite candidacy registration opening from October 11th to 15th, the question of whether individuals in quarantine can apply remains unanswered.
The EC is implementing precautionary measures, such as setting up separate application areas for candidates with high temperatures, and will launch a publicity campaign for the upcoming nationwide TAO elections.
TAO elections are significant local polls, serving as a key indicator of political party popularity and often seeing major parties fielding candidates or forming alliances with local politicians.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.